Serving 186 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Ward ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Ward ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
John Ward's student population of 186 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Ward ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Ward is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
10%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Ward's ranking?
John Ward is ranked #84 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John Ward often compared to?
John Wardis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John Ward?
186 students attend John Ward.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of John Ward students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Ward?
John Ward has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Ward offer ?
John Ward offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Ward part of?
John Ward is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is John Ward located?
John Ward is located in the Newton Corner neighborhood of Newton Center, MA.
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